2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 391 kg more than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Venture | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
